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Veterinary Medicine at Alma Mater Studiorum – University of Bologna

A five-year single-cycle degree (LM-42) accredited by EAEVE at the oldest university in the Western world, with a university veterinary hospital at Ozzano dell'Emilia. From 2025/26 a fully English-taught programme is also available (accreditation in progress).

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5 years Single-cycle master's degree
110 places EU places, Italian programme 2025/26 (+ 10 non-EU + 50 EN course)
300 ECTS credits required
EAEVE European accreditation (to March 2031)

About the school

The single-cycle Master's Degree in Veterinary Medicine (LM-42) at Alma Mater Studiorum – University of Bologna trains veterinary professionals to European standards at one of Italy's most historically prestigious institutions and the oldest university in the Western world (founded 1088).

The programme holds EAEVE accreditation: in the most recent ESEVT status (November 2025), Bologna is a full member with accreditation valid until March 2031.

From the 2025/26 academic year, the university has also launched a fully English-taught degree programme ("Veterinary Medicine"), with 50 places (45 EU + 5 non-EU), activated upon completion of the ministerial accreditation process (D.M. 599/2025). (Accreditation status of the English-taught programme: TO VERIFY for the current cycle.)

Verified at unibo.it / corsi.unibo.it (MedicinaVeterinaria), Universitaly / MUR D.M. 600/2025 and D.M. 599/2025 (English course), and the EAEVE ESEVT status table (Nov 2025), June 2026. Fees are ISEE-based and subject to annual revision.

Verified at unibo.it / corsi.unibo.it (MedicinaVeterinaria), Universitaly / MUR D.M. 600/2025 and D.M. 599/2025 (English course), EAEVE ESEVT status table (Nov 2025), June 2026. ISEE-based fees subject to annual revision.

Campus & Facilities

Teaching and clinical activities take place at the Ozzano dell'Emilia campus on the outskirts of Bologna, home of the Department of Veterinary Medical Sciences (DIMEVET) and the University Veterinary Hospital, equipped with facilities for small and large animals. (Full list of facilities and services: TO VERIFY at unibo.it.)

Bologna is one of Italy's main university cities, vibrant and well-connected, but with one of the higher costs of living in the country. Ozzano dell'Emilia is a few kilometres from the city centre, served by the Bologna metropolitan transport network.

Academic requirements

  • Secondary school diploma (or equivalent foreign qualification).
  • Registration for the national filter semester on Universitaly + selection of a backup degree (≈ €250).
  • Passing the three national exams — Biology, Chemistry & biochemistry propedeutics, Physics — with at least 18/30 each.
  • A ranking position within the available places at Bologna in the national merit ranking (110 EU + 10 non-EU for the Italian-taught programme, 2025/26).
  • For the English-taught programme: specific language and access requirements — TO VERIFY at unibo.it.

Work experience

N/A — no work experience hours required before enrolment.

Admission

Places 110

No interview or MMI. Selection is based on a national merit ranking derived from the three filter-semester exam scores. English-taught programme: separate process — TO VERIFY.
  1. Register on Universitaly

    Enrol in the national filter semester for Veterinary Medicine (≈ €250) and indicate a backup degree. The 2025/26 deadline was 25 July 2025; check the 2026/27 deadline when announced. For the English-taught programme, verify the dedicated procedure at unibo.it.

  2. Register at the university

    Complete enrolment at UniBo following the student office instructions.

  3. Filter semester

    Attend the first semester (Biology; Chemistry & biochemistry propedeutics; Physics) from September, in mixed delivery mode.

  4. Exams

    Sit the three national exams (November and December sessions). For the 2025/26 cycle: 20 November and 10 December 2025. A minimum of 18/30 in each is required to enter the national ranking.

  5. Ranking and enrolment

    Secure a position within the available places in the national merit ranking and complete enrolment within the mandatory deadline (ranking published January 2026 for the 2025/26 cycle; 110 EU + 10 non-EU places for the Italian-taught programme).

Secondary school diploma (or equivalent foreign qualification) + passing all 3 filter-semester exams (≥ 18/30 each) + a ranking position within the available places at Bologna (110 EU + 10 non-EU for the Italian-taught programme). English-taught programme: TO VERIFY.

Interview & exam format

N/A — no interview or MMI. Selection is based on the national merit ranking derived from the three filter-semester exam scores.
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Tuition fees

Student profile Annual fees 5-year total
🟢 No-tax area / ER.GO recipients (full exemption) €150 €750
📊 Progressive contribution (ISEE above threshold) — —

⚠️ ISEE-based; figures change yearly. Verify contribution brackets, ER.GO exemption and English-course fees at unibo.it before publishing.

Scholarships & financial aid

ER.GO regional grant (full exemption + financial aid + housing) 100% off

The regional ER.GO scholarship (Emilia-Romagna) covers full exemption from university contributions + financial grant + possible accommodation and canteen access. Eligibility: income and merit criteria set by ER.GO. Amounts and calls: TO VERIFY at er-go.it.

National no-tax area (full exemption) 100% off

ISEE ≤ threshold (≈ €22,000 nationally; exact UniBo threshold: TO VERIFY). Only the regional study tax and €16 stamp apply (≈ €140–160/yr).

Merit / disability / protected-category exemptions 0–100% off

Specific exemptions under UniBo regulations. Amounts and criteria: TO VERIFY at unibo.it.

  • National no-tax area: low ISEE → full exemption from tuition contributions (only the regional study tax and €16 stamp apply, ≈ €140–160/yr).
  • Full exemption for recipients of the regional ER.GO scholarship (Emilia-Romagna): financial grant, accommodation and canteen services for eligible students (income + merit criteria).
  • Merit, disability and protected-category exemptions. (Amounts, calls and ER.GO grants: TO VERIFY at unibo.it and er-go.it.)

Cost of living

ER.GO university residence €150 –€350 / mo
Shared-flat room rental (Bologna) €450 –€650 / mo
Private studio apartment (Bologna) €700 –€950 / mo
Estimated total monthly budget €900 –€1300 / mo

Application timeline

  1. ~July 2026
    Universitaly registration (filter semester 2026/27)

    Opening of national filter-semester registration on Universitaly (≈ €250). The 2025/26 deadline was 25 July 2025. The 2026/27 date: TO VERIFY on the MUR portal. For the English-taught programme, verify the separate procedure.

  2. September 2026
    Filter-semester classes begin

    Start of Biology, Chemistry & biochemistry propedeutics, and Physics courses at Bologna / Ozzano dell'Emilia. Attendance is compulsory. Mixed delivery. Exact timetable: TO VERIFY at unibo.it.

  3. ~20 Nov 2026
    First filter-semester exam session

    First window for the three national exams (Biology, Chemistry, Physics). For the 2025/26 cycle: 20 November 2025. Minimum 18/30 per exam to enter the ranking. 2026/27 dates: TO VERIFY.

  4. ~10 Dec 2026
    Second filter-semester exam session

    Resit session for candidates who did not pass one or more exams in the first session. For the 2025/26 cycle: 10 December 2025. 2026/27 dates: TO VERIFY.

  5. ~12 Jan 2027
    National ranking and enrolment

    Publication of the national merit ranking on Universitaly. For the 2025/26 cycle: ranking 12 January 2026, enrolment to follow. Places at Bologna 2025/26: 110 EU + 10 non-EU (Italian programme) + 50 (English programme).

FAQ

Can I study Veterinary Medicine in English at Bologna?
From the 2025/26 academic year, a fully English-taught "Veterinary Medicine" programme with 50 places (45 EU + 5 non-EU) was launched following the ministerial accreditation process (D.M. 599/2025). Current accreditation status and access requirements: TO VERIFY at unibo.it.
Is there still an entrance exam for Veterinary Medicine at Bologna?
No. Since 2025/26, the old TOLC-V has been abolished. Entry is via the national filter semester and a merit ranking based on Biology, Chemistry & biochemistry propedeutics, and Physics exams (D.Lgs. 71/2025, D.M. 418/2025 and D.M. 600/2025).
Is the degree recognised across Europe?
The programme holds EAEVE accreditation (full membership, valid until March 2031), which facilitates recognition of the degree in European countries. To practise in a specific country, always verify requirements with the local regulatory body.
Where is the veterinary campus?
The Veterinary Medicine faculty is at Ozzano dell'Emilia, on the outskirts of Bologna, home of DIMEVET and the University Veterinary Hospital. Bologna city centre is accessible by metropolitan public transport.
How much does it cost to live in Bologna as a student?
Bologna is one of Italy's most expensive university cities. A realistic budget is €900–€1,300/month covering rent (€450–€650 for a shared room), food, transport and everyday expenses. ER.GO scholarship recipients can access subsidised university accommodation at reduced rates.

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